For this written assignment, synthesize major concepts from cross-cultural research and theory in an integrative essay. This paper must be your original work that demonstrates reflective processing and thoughtful application of course material. This paper counts 20% of the final course grade. The professor will be the final arbitrator in the grade assigned.
This interpretative essay must be well organized and presented in narrative format. Responses should be substantive and reflect college level work/writing. Points will be deducted for failure to conform to appropriate rules of grammatical guidelines (spelling, correct use of upper/lower case, punctuation) and organization (concise introductions and conclusions with logical flow of information). No other outside sources other than our textbook readings are required. Provide APA-style referencing of our textbook. (Since this is an essay assignment, do not submit an Abstract.) Double-space with one-inch margins and 12-pt. font. Title your composition as “Integrative Essay” and proceed to answer the three questions in order, as “Essay 1: Emics, Individualism and Collectivism” as your first essay heading… (Do not re-type my stem questions.)Respond to each of the following questions in order, as ESSAY 1, 2 and 3. Each response should be presented in approximately 2 pages, not to exceed 6 pages. (This is in addition to your Title Page and References.
Required Text: Matsumoto, David & Juang, Linda (2017). Culture & Psychology,
6/e. Boston, MA: Cengage Learning. ISBN: 978-1-305-64895-1
